Ophthalmic Technician

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician I

Department: Ophthalmology

Location: RRH Eye Care - Pittsford

Hours Per Week: 40 Hours

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p

City: Pittsford

Postal Code: 14534

As an Ophthalmology Technician, your attention to detail and knowledge in eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medicines contribute to the overall success of quality patient care. Opt Techs are responsible for daily patient care and flow. This position requires good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care, knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage needed, an ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment required.

This position also requires the ability to communicate with patients, co‑workers and supervisors.

• Examinations & Testing. Uses proper precaution procedures and sterile techniques to administer all examinations and tests to patients.
• Documentation. Keeps detailed documentation of patient histories and examinations.
• Procedures. Assists doctor with patient care and in minor surgeries.
• Promptly and professionally assist the doctor in patient care and manages patient flow.
• Obtains a thorough medical, ocular, social history and chief complaint from the patient.
• Performs imaging using diagnostic equipment:
  Fundus photography, external photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), and Optomap Ultra‑wide field.
• Performs diagnostic testing using the following diagnostic equipment:
  Humphrey Visual Field, Corneal Topography, Lenstar, IOL Master, Specular Microscopy, Pachymetry, and Auto‑refractor.
• Administers eye drops to patients in accordance with provider instructions, utilizing proper eye drop techniques and sterility.

• None, willing to train.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred experience in an ambulatory medical setting.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Friendly, courteous and patient service oriented.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within 24 months of hire preferred.

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;
Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

$20.00 - $28.00

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.